{"id":227374,"date":"2025-05-06T20:01:34","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T20:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/aerospace\/the-role-of-bearings-in-rotating-machinery\/"},"modified":"2025-05-06T20:01:34","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T20:01:34","slug":"the-role-of-bearings-in-rotating-machinery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=227374","title":{"rendered":"The Role Of Bearings In Rotating Machinery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In industrial turbomachinery, including steam turbines, compressors, pumps, and electric motors, bearings are critical components. They support shafts in rotating machinery, manage complex loads, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and ensure smooth operation by minimizing friction between interacting surfaces.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> A bearing is a precision machine element that constrains relative motion to only the desired movement while reducing friction between interacting surfaces. Capable of carrying both radial and axial loads, bearings are typically classified based on the type of operation, allowed motions, and the direction of applied loads. Their performance directly influences machine reliability, efficiency, and service life, making the correct bearing selection a cornerstone of robust mechanical design.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Overview of Bearing Types<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While there are many specialized bearings used in mechanical and structural applications, this article focuses on those most relevant to rotating machinery.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bearings are generally categorized into four main types based on their operating principles:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134224900&quot;:true,&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sliding Liquid Film Bearings (Incl. Hydrodynamic and Hydrostatic)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: These bearings rely on a thin film of lubricant to generate a pressure field that separates the bearing surface and the rotating shaft. They are widely used in high-speed, heavy-load applications such as steam turbines and compressors due to their compact design and excellent damping capabilities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18298 size-fusion-600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-600x340.png\" alt=\"Figure 1 a) Plain cylindrical bearing [1], b) Cylindrical roller bearing [2]\" width=\"600\" height=\"340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-200x113.png 200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-400x227.png 400w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-600x340.png 600w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-768x435.png 768w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-800x453.png 800w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-1024x580.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-1200x680.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1-1536x870.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1.png 1545w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/p>\n<ul id=\"attachment_18298\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 600px;\">Figure 1 a) Plain cylindrical bearing [1], b) Cylindrical roller bearing [2]<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Rolling Element Bearings<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: This group includes ball and roller bearings, which utilize\u00a0 rolling elements to minimize friction and support\u00a0 loads. They are easy to install and maintain, making them ideal for moderate-speed, moderate-load machines like gearboxes, motors, and pumps.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gas Bearings (Bump Foil and Herringbone Grooved Types)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ideal for oil-free, high-speed applications such as microturbines and turboexpanders:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gas Bump Foil Bearings: They utilize a compliant foil surface and a gas film (usually air) to support the shaft without physical contact.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Herringbone (Spiral) Grooved Gas Bearings: A subtype of hydrodynamic bearings which use inclined-patterned grooves to generate pressure in the lubricant film even at low rotational speeds. This makes them self-acting and more stable under dynamic conditions. They are often used in small, high-speed machinery and environments where external lubrication pressure is undesirable or unavailable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_18306\" style=\"width: 560px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18306\" class=\"wp-image-18306\" src=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-3-300x220.png\" alt=\"Figure 2 Journal Gas Bump Foil Bearing [3]\u00a0\" width=\"550\" height=\"404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-3-200x147.png 200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-3-300x220.png 300w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-3.png 395w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-18306\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 2 Journal Gas Bump Foil Bearing [3]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_18314\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18314\" class=\"wp-image-18314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-4.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 3 Herringbone and Spiral Grooved Bearings [4]\u00a0\" width=\"500\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-4-200x79.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-4.jpg 247w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-18314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 3 Herringbone and Spiral Grooved Bearings [4]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Magnetic Bearings (Active, Passive, and Combined)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: They use electromagnetic or magnetic forces to levitate the shaft, eliminating mechanical contact. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Active Magnetic Bearings (AMBs) incorporate real-time control systems to center the shaft, making them ideal for ultra-high-speed machinery, vacuum environments, and advanced vibration management.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comparison of Bearing Types<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Below is a comparative overview of common advanced bearing technologies\u2014including gas\/air foil, oil film, rolling element, and active magnetic bearings\u2014highlighting their performance parameters and system requirements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18282\" src=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1200x1553.png\" alt=\"Rotating Machinery\" width=\"800\" height=\"1036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-200x259.png 200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-400x518.png 400w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-600x777.png 600w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-768x994.png 768w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-791x1024.png 791w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-800x1036.png 800w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1187x1536.png 1187w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film-1200x1553.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gas-Film.png 1545w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Factors in Bearing Selection<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choosing the right bearing requires aligning machine performance needs with design constraints. Critical factors include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Load<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Define the type (radial or axial), magnitude, and dynamics. Heavier or variable loads require more robust bearings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speed<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: High-speed applications benefit from low-friction designs like gas or magnetic bearings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Temperature<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Bearings must withstand thermal loads. Gas foil bearings and AMBs are ideal for high-temperature, oil-free systems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lubrication<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Choose between oil, grease, or non-lubricated options to fit your system. Maintenance-free environments typically favor foil or magnetic types.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Damping and Stiffness<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Critical for vibration-sensitive machinery. Hydrodynamic, herringbone grooved and bump foil designs offer good passive damping; AMBs provide active control.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Space and Weight<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Compact and lightweight systems may benefit from rolling or herringbone grooved\/bump foil bearings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintenance<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Consider ease of access and service intervals. Rolling bearings are replaceable; AMBs and foil bearings need less overall maintenance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Role of Simulation in Bearing Design<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A proper bearing selection balances performance, durability, and cost. Simulation tools help validate choices early, reducing risk and enhancing efficiency. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Software such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/software-solutions\/rotor-dynamics-and-bearings\/\">AxSTREAM Bearing\u2122<\/a> allows engineers to simulate a wide range of bearing types, including journal, thrust, oil\/gas film, and rolling element configurations. These simulations incorporate detailed geometric properties, load conditions, lubrication regimes, and thermal effects\u2014helping to ensure each bearing meets the operational demands of its specific application.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18322\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18322\" class=\"wp-image-18322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-5.png\" alt=\"Figure 4 Example of Herringbone grove bearing model (a) and pressure distribution of fluid film calculated in AxSTREAM Bearing [5]\u00a0\" width=\"500\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-5-200x160.png 200w, https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bearing-5.png 282w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-18322\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 4 Example of Herringbone grove bearing model (a) and pressure distribution of fluid film calculated in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/software-solutions\/rotor-dynamics-and-bearings\/\">AxSTREAM Bearing<\/a> [5]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">To evaluate whether a bearing is suitable for a given application, engineers must assess its operational characteristics in relation to the expected load, rotational speed, and lubrication type. Bearing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">selection<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\"> is a complex process that must account for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">numerous<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\"> factors, such as load <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">capacity<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">, operating speed, temperature limits, lubrication methods, stiffness, damping, and environmental conditions. The stiffness and damping levels of the bearing must also be sufficient to meet the dynamic requirements of the rotor-bearing system. Utilizing modern software tools<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/software-solutions\/rotor-dynamics-and-bearings\/\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">AxSTREAM <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW262749312 BCX8\">Bearing<\/span><\/a><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">\u00a0can significantly streamline th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">e<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">selection <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">process by helping to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">identify<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\"> the most <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">appropriate bearing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\"> for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262749312 BCX8\">the specific<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW262749312 BCX8\">requirements.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW262749312 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"142\">Ready to take the guesswork out of bearing selection?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"411\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/software-solutions\/rotor-dynamics-and-bearings\/\">AxSTREAM Bearing<\/a>, you can simulate real-world operating conditions, optimize your design for reliability and performance, and reduce development time and costs. To schedule a demo or learn how AxSTREAM can support your next project, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.softinway.com\/software-solutions\/rotor-dynamics-and-bearings\/\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">References:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">[1] <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thb-bearings.com\/products\/plain-bearings\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.thb-bearings.com\/products\/plain-bearings\/<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">[2] <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skf.com\/ph\/industries\/automotive\/cars-and-light-trucks\/products-and-solutions\/Rolling-element-bearings\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.skf.com\/ph\/industries\/automotive\/cars-and-light-trucks\/products-and-solutions\/Rolling-element-bearings<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">[3] Ying, M., Liu, X., Zhang, C., Wang, X., Liu, Y., &amp; Zhang, Y. (2023). <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Two-Pad: A novel gas foil bearing for fuel cell vehicles<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Journal of Advanced Mechanical Engineering<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 2023, Article 5521171. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2023\/5521171\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2023\/5521171<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">[4] <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Spiral_groove_bearing\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Spiral_groove_bearing<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">[5] Kochurov, R, Moroz, L, &amp; Martynenko, V. \u201cNonlinear Response of the Rotor Supported by Gas Journal Bearings Considering Stationary and Rotating Herringbone Grooves.\u201d <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proceedings of the ASME Turbo Expo 2023: Turbomachinery Technical Conference and Exposition<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Volume 11B: Structures and Dynamics \u2014 Emerging Methods in Engineering Design, Analysis, and Additive Manufacturing; Fatigue, Fracture, and Life Prediction; Probabilistic Methods; Rotordynamics; Structural Mechanics and Vibration<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Boston, Massachusetts, USA. June 26\u201330, 2023. V11BT26A008. ASME. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1115\/GT2023-102296\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1115\/GT2023-102296<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In industrial turbomachinery, including steam turbines, compressors, pumps, and electric motors, bearings are critical components. They support shafts in rotating machinery, manage complex loads, and ensure smooth operation by minimizing friction between interacting surfaces. 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